Roma

Since my last update. I've done a lot.

I'm going to fill you in on today, since yesterday was a deserved lazy day, and I didn't do a lot. Pretty much just had some wine, and hung out. It was very enjoyable.

Today, was a much busier day. I started at St. Peter's Basilica this morning around eleven, and finished off at the Trevi fountain (I keep ending up there) at about four. That was all walking around. On the map it seems like it should take a lot longer to walk places, but Italy is starting to seem pretty small.

So St. Peter's Basilica was amazing. I had to stand in a queue line for about twenty minutes to get in, but considering the length of the line (it circled half way around the plaza) I was fairly impressed. Once inside it was mind blowing, I'm not a religious person, but it's a must see for anyone. All the statues, the artwork, the sacred places, I was in awe. It's hard to describe so pictures are being posted.

After the Basilica I stopped and had lunch, some yummy ravioli and then espresso for dessert.

Then it was to the Vatican. Well the Vatican museum. Inside the walls of Vatican City. That was also quite breathtaking. All the tapestry's, statues, paintings, and little artifacts they have, there's so much to see. Went to the Sistine Chapel. They don't lie. Michaelangelo is a pretty impressive guy.

After a good hour wandering through there, I was off to explore more. My next stop was the St. Angelo Castle.

After that I decided to head over to the Pantheon. Ended up going the total wrong way, and had to detour a little bit. I was distracted by some very yummy ice cream so I wasn't paying attention to streets. I may have licked the bowl clean. :)

When I did make it to the Pantheon (it really didn't take that long after I was back on track), it was pretty cool. Unfortunately I don't think most people realize that these aren't just tourist spots, a lot of these are sacred places. They end up being really packed and loud, and if anyone went for the religious part, it would be hard to enjoy. Just a thought on that.

So after the Pantheon, I ended up back at the Trevi fountain. I don't know how really, I was just wandering by this point. I passed a few cool buildings a long the way, more pictures were taken.

Eventually I made my way back to a metro stop and after getting back to the hostel and laying around for a bit, I feel like I'm ready for bed.

It was definitely a good day. I will recommend Rome to anyone, I definitely think the Basilica and Vatican Museum are must sees. If I'm ever back here I know I will be seeing them again. It's a lot to take in just once so I think a second trip would be even better.

Currently I'm having some issues uploading photos, but as soon as I can I will have them all up. Promise.

Tomorrow it's off to Milan (!!!!!!!!).

Peace&Love
Chow